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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce Dinner

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A quick and comforting chicken dish featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners that impress without stress.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds or 700 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mix of dried basil, oregano, thyme)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Pat dry 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz or 170 g each). Season generously with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove and set aside on a warm plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in ½ cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce gently bubble for 3-4 minutes, stirring often until thickened. Add more broth or cream if sauce becomes too thick.
  6. Add ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon sauce over the chicken and simmer together for 2 minutes to marry flavors.
  8. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the dish just before serving.

Notes

If sauce separates or seems oily, whisk gently to bring it back together. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken to ensure proper browning. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best sauce texture. Keep sauce simmering gently to prevent curdling. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: creamy chicken, marry me chicken, sun-dried tomato sauce, easy dinner, quick chicken recipe, parmesan chicken, weeknight meal

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